Title: Тысячи птиц (Thousands of Birds) Artist: gitarakuru Release Year: 2001 Genre: Russian Indie Rock The song "Тысячи птиц" by gitarakuru reflects on personal struggles, introspection, and the desire for individuality and legacy. The lyrics express the pain and fear that torment the narrator's heart, often resulting in self-destructive actions such as cutting themselves with fragments of memory. However, they have a strong determination to continue singing, even if they cease to exist, through the voices of thousands of birds. Amidst their longing to be alone and detach from reality, the narrator acknowledges that escaping from the harshness of life is impossible. They hope that something from their existence will remain and fill the world with the music of their soul. Describing their life as a story with the worst chapters, the narrator feels constantly targeted by arrows shot in their back, symbolizing unexpected challenges and betrayals. They have fought against the "ax of war," but its roots have grown deep, representing the persistence of evil. Despite feeling filled with sadness and sorrow, their emotions and feelings are killing them. This emotional turmoil extinguishes any revived dreams or ambitions, leaving the narrator lost and broken, with no way to turn back. Accepting the pain, they embrace everything as it is. They lay flowers of withered lilies on the graveyard of hopes, signifying the absence of goals and dreams. With no path chosen, they realize the scarcity of time for life and how destruction inevitably awaits all. The repeated chorus emphasizes the fear of being consumed by fear itself, as they inflict pain upon themselves and desperately seek to leave a lasting impact. Hoping for a sense of individuality and inner peace, they acknowledge that escaping from reality is impractical while longing for something enduring that will fill the world with the music of their soul. gitarakuru's "Тысячи птиц" is an introspective and emotionally charged song, exploring themes of struggle, acceptance, and the desire for personal significance and continuity. (Please note that interpretations of songs can be subjective, and the above explanation is one possible interpretation of the lyrics.)
